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Fishing in Chilly Maine Waters: Stripers, Tuna, and More on December 20, 2024
- 2024/12/20
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For those venturing out to fish in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Maine today, December 20, 2024, here’s what you can expect:
### Tidal Report
The tides are a crucial factor today. In Portland, Maine, the next high tide is at 2:27 AM, and the next low tide is at 8:41 AM. Later, the high tide will be at 2:53 PM, and the low tide at 9:07 PM[5].
### Weather and Daylight
The weather is expected to be chilly, typical for this time of year. Sunrise is at 7:08 AM, and sunset will be at 4:34 PM, giving you about 9 hours of daylight. Make sure to dress warmly as the mornings and evenings will be cold.
### Fish Activity
Despite the cold, fish activity remains decent. Schoolie striped bass have been active, particularly at night in the rivers and salt ponds. Holdover stripers are also present in these areas. Trout and salmon activity has picked up, especially after recent rains. Tautog, cod, and sea bass are active around inshore structures, and bluefin tuna can be found feeding right off the beaches[1][4].
### Recent Catches
Yesterday, anglers reported catching holdover striped bass in the rivers, with some fish exceeding 20 inches. Trout and salmon were also caught in the lakes and ponds of southern Maine. Bluefin tuna and large schools of mackerel were spotted around Southwest Ledge and the east end of the Canal[1][4].
### Best Lures and Bait
For saltwater species, using lures that mimic baitfish such as mackerel or herring can be effective. Jigs and plugs are good choices for striped bass. For bottom fishing, bait like clams or mussels work well for tautog and cod. Live or cut mackerel are excellent bait for bluefin tuna[1][3].
### Hot Spots
- **Southwest Ledge**: Known for bluefin tuna and large schools of mackerel.
- **Rivers and Salt Ponds**: Good spots for holdover striped bass, especially at night.
- **Inshore Structures**: Areas around rocks and reefs where tautog, cod, and sea bass are active.
Stay warm and good luck on the waters
### Tidal Report
The tides are a crucial factor today. In Portland, Maine, the next high tide is at 2:27 AM, and the next low tide is at 8:41 AM. Later, the high tide will be at 2:53 PM, and the low tide at 9:07 PM[5].
### Weather and Daylight
The weather is expected to be chilly, typical for this time of year. Sunrise is at 7:08 AM, and sunset will be at 4:34 PM, giving you about 9 hours of daylight. Make sure to dress warmly as the mornings and evenings will be cold.
### Fish Activity
Despite the cold, fish activity remains decent. Schoolie striped bass have been active, particularly at night in the rivers and salt ponds. Holdover stripers are also present in these areas. Trout and salmon activity has picked up, especially after recent rains. Tautog, cod, and sea bass are active around inshore structures, and bluefin tuna can be found feeding right off the beaches[1][4].
### Recent Catches
Yesterday, anglers reported catching holdover striped bass in the rivers, with some fish exceeding 20 inches. Trout and salmon were also caught in the lakes and ponds of southern Maine. Bluefin tuna and large schools of mackerel were spotted around Southwest Ledge and the east end of the Canal[1][4].
### Best Lures and Bait
For saltwater species, using lures that mimic baitfish such as mackerel or herring can be effective. Jigs and plugs are good choices for striped bass. For bottom fishing, bait like clams or mussels work well for tautog and cod. Live or cut mackerel are excellent bait for bluefin tuna[1][3].
### Hot Spots
- **Southwest Ledge**: Known for bluefin tuna and large schools of mackerel.
- **Rivers and Salt Ponds**: Good spots for holdover striped bass, especially at night.
- **Inshore Structures**: Areas around rocks and reefs where tautog, cod, and sea bass are active.
Stay warm and good luck on the waters